Alex Muhtaris
Attorney
Phone: 312-291-9476 (direct)
Phone: 312-782-5050 (main)
Fax: 773-360-7393
Email: alex@alexmlaw.com
Departments: Personal Injury / Commercial Litigation / Music Law / Real Estate Law / General Litigation
Alexander T. Muhtaris is a dedicated attorney with over two decades of experience advocating on behalf of individuals and businesses in a variety of legal matters. Alex has earned a reputation for excellence, integrity and unparalleled service in representation concerning personal injury, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, commercial litigation, music law and real estate. By understanding that each case or matter is unique, his detailed approach enables him to deliver outstanding results for his clients. Prior to starting his own firm in 2017, Alex was an attorney at a national law firm where his practice concentrated on civil insurance defense and the defense of toxic tort, products liability, construction law, transportation negligence and premises liability claims frequently involving claims of wrongful death and catastrophic injury.
Personal Injury
Alex has a driven commitment to advocating for the rights of individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. He has successfully represented clients in a wide range of injury cases from automobile accidents, catastrophic injury cases, wrongful death, medical and professional malpractice, premises liability, construction negligence and workplace injuries, securing substantial compensation. Alex is adept at all facets of litigation, including case evaluations, depositions, managing discovery, extensive motion practice, mediations, arbitrations and trial.
Commercial Litigation
In the realm of commercial litigation, Alex has represented both individuals and businesses in complex disputes. His strategic, nonsense approach to case analysis, discovery and trial preparation has led to favorable outcomes in cases involving contract disputes, business torts, fraud and partnership disagreements.
Music Law
With a personal passion for music and an understanding of the entertainment industry, Alex has worked with a number of artists, producers and music labels. His work in music law includes contract negotiations, copyright and trademark issues, licensing agreements and defending artists’ rights.
Real Estate Law
Alex’s expertise in real estate law encompasses both transactional work and litigation. He has guided each of his clients through the complexities of buying and selling real estate, leasing and land use issues as well as representing them in real estate disputes and negotiations.
Toxic Tort
Alex has extensive experience representing large companies, including Fortune 500 companies, in products liability, toxic tort and asbestos litigation.
Education
Northern Illinois University (BA, 2000)
Chicago Kent College of Law (JD, 2004)
Bar Admissions
Illinois Supreme Court, 2006
Publications
Maximizing Punitive Damages after BMW and State Farm: A Trial Lawyer’s Guide; Illinois Bar Journal, March 2005, Volume 93.